The familiar hum of the new season officially kicked off this Tuesday. On the quiet pitch of Manuel Marques Stadium, Torreense got their first taste of action. They welcomed their own Under-23 team, featuring a few Under-19 hopefuls, for a closed-door friendly. It was a chance to shake off the dust and test some early ideas.
The first whistle blew, and Torreense quickly showed their intent. They put on a strong display against their younger clubmates. By the end of the match, the scoreline read 4-0 in their favor. This dominant win sets a positive tone for the weeks ahead.
Four different players found the back of the net for Coach Vítor Martins’ side. Pedro Clemente got one. Ricardo Rei added another. Alex Carbonell and Pité also chipped in with goals. It was a good start for the senior squad, giving the coach plenty to think about. He can assess the fitness levels and how new tactics are gelling.
Torreense faces a busy schedule in the coming weeks. They are eager to get ready for the new campaign. Their next test comes this Friday against Sporting at 10:30 AM. More challenging games are lined up, giving the team varied competition.
Here’s a look at their upcoming pre-season schedule:
- July 16: U. Santarém (10:30 AM)
- July 19: Casa Pia (10:00 AM)
- July 23: V. Guimarães (10:00 AM)
- July 26: Celta de Vigo (6:00 PM)
- August 2: P. Ferreira (10:30 AM)
- August 2: Mérida (7:30 PM)
These matches will be crucial for the team. They will help build chemistry and fine-tune their strategy. The coach will use them to pick his strongest lineup for the real games.